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1950 Map of Artemas

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Artemas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

The Mason and Dixon Line defines the northern reaches of this mid-century survey, separating Maryland from Pennsylvania. The landscape is dominated by the steep parallel ridges of Green Ridge, Town Hill, and Polish Mountain, which channel the various branches of Fifteenmile Creek toward the Potomac River at the southern boundary. Transportation history is etched into the terrain, from the historic National Pike crossing the ridges to the route of the Western Maryland (Abandoned) railroad near the Cacapon River confluence.

Small communities and rural institutions like Artemas and Piney Grove provide focal points for local history. Notable landmarks include the Piney Plains Sch, Mt Hope Ch, and St Patrick Ch, along with several mineral springs such as White Sulphur Spring. The presence of the Long Pond Rod and Gun Club and a Lookout Tower on Town Hill reflects the region's long-standing use for timber and recreation.